Distinctive feature Imitation (Ancient), Re-engraved
Error Multiple strike
Face value 1/2 penny
Grade F
Metal Copper
Rarity R2 - Very rare
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Country: United Kingdom
Type: No Regal, Evasion coin
Years: 1775 (1770-1775)
Value: 1/2 Penny = 1/24 Shilling (1/480 LSD)
Metal: Copper
Weight: 5 g. (thin and lightweight blank)
Diameter: 27 mm
Grade: VG (Cleaned)
Orientation: Coin alignment ↑↓
References: KM# 601, Sp# 3774
Obverse:
Laureate and cuirassed bust of King George III facing right, (redrawn portrait with a pig's snout) legend around.
Lettering: GEORGIVS· III· REX·
Translation: King George the Third
Reverse:
Seated figure of Britannia facing left (with Double Struck), trident in left hand, olive branch in right, shield with Union flag resting on left, legend around, date in exergue.
Lettering:
BRITAN NIA·
1775
Edge:
Plain.
Comments:
Genuine halfpennies weigh around 9.2-10.8g and since they were struck without a collar, the diameter tended to vary between 28.5 and 30mm. Contemporary counterfeits are fairly common, especially 1775-dated pieces, and they are smaller in size and generally thinner.
Reference : KM# 601
Collection : US Colonial Issues, Tokens USA & North America (1616-date)